We are getting things together so we can leave tomorrow morning on an early flight. We are now in Jackson, even though Mama, Daddy, and Cat are still in Tchula. It was so hard to leave early, but it is so inconceivable to wake up and drive down here and get to the airport by 5 am.
These two weeks have flown by. I cannot even describe to you how much it feels like we have just been here a week. It was so good that we came, though. I am so thankful for our time with my family. Please continue to pray for Cat.
Saturday, March 29, 2008
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Ra-Ra and Cat
Oh, how much I have loved spending time with my sister!! The more time I spend with her, the more sad I become because I realize that this trip is passing so quickly. This first week is flying by!! We have had a lot of fun together, but I have realized more that it is such a blessing that I came home. My sister needed me and I needed my sister, and my heart rejoices and breaks at the same time as we sit and talk.
Something that I have to share is about last night when I slept with Cat in her bed. Mama has started to do this so that she can be right there where Cat needs her. So, last night I was privileged to sleep with Cat. She likes the TV to stay on during the night, but that causes her to wake up a good bit during the night. Each time she did this, Cat would reach over and either pat my arm, leg, or head and tell me she loved me. Several other times, she would hold out her hand waiting for me to take it. We would then fall asleep, hand in hand, until the next time the TV woke her. This made for a long night, but a special one at the same time. Cat has become more "touchy-feely", and she is very open about her feelings. This has been a treasure to my heart!!
Something that I have to share is about last night when I slept with Cat in her bed. Mama has started to do this so that she can be right there where Cat needs her. So, last night I was privileged to sleep with Cat. She likes the TV to stay on during the night, but that causes her to wake up a good bit during the night. Each time she did this, Cat would reach over and either pat my arm, leg, or head and tell me she loved me. Several other times, she would hold out her hand waiting for me to take it. We would then fall asleep, hand in hand, until the next time the TV woke her. This made for a long night, but a special one at the same time. Cat has become more "touchy-feely", and she is very open about her feelings. This has been a treasure to my heart!!
Saturday, March 15, 2008
Jackson, Mississippi
Well, now that we are here, I will tell all of you about our spring break trip. We are now sitting in the hospital with Catherine. Our original plan was to just come for our week break, but since we heard about the severity of Cat's situation we decided to extend it and make it two weeks. So, when we walked in, Cat just looked at us with big eyes and asked us "What are you doing here?" She is so happy that we are staying for two weeks, and we are looking forward to the time we get with her!
Our plan is to just spend as much time with family as we can. We have a few "American" products that we will pick up before we leave, but that is our only plan. We are just so thankful that the Lord provided a way for us to come home and visit.
Our plan is to just spend as much time with family as we can. We have a few "American" products that we will pick up before we leave, but that is our only plan. We are just so thankful that the Lord provided a way for us to come home and visit.
Monday, March 10, 2008
Bagope-High School Retreat
Aaron and I attended the High School Retreat this past weekend at Bagope. It was about a 3 1/2 hour drive, and there were about 70 or 80 high school students that attended. Aaron stayed with some 9th grade boys and I stayed with some 9th grade girls. I have not had the chance to spend a lot of quality time with high school students since I am in the elementary all day, so this was a wonderful opportunity for me to get to know these girls. All of the students were able to see the competitive sides of Aaron and myself. He and I were on different teams for the games, and YES, my team won!!! I was so excited!
The Lord truly blessed this past weekend. Before the retreat, the girls I stayed with told Aaron that I "was intimidating because I don't talk very much and they never know what I am thinking." I was able to share my testimony with them and have a few heart-to-heart talks with them. By the end of the weekend, they were sitting by me, hugging me, and wanting me with them most of the time. They told Aaron that I wasn't intimidating anymore, and that I was "way cooler" than him! I am thinking about starting a Bible study for these girls. They like me and respect me, for some odd reason, and I think the Lord has opened that door for me for a reason.
Aaron was able to show some of his talents this weekend by entertaining a little. He organized some really fun games when the rain would not stop outside. (It rained ALL day and night Saturday) Several leaders came up to me and complimented him on his ability to entertain. His experience in youth group came in handy this weekend!
We are very glad to be home now. We went to sleep VERY early last night. This week is extremely busy because Spring Break is next week. I am working on report cards and grades, and we have meetings two nights this week. This week will fly by, and we are so ready for next week!
The Lord truly blessed this past weekend. Before the retreat, the girls I stayed with told Aaron that I "was intimidating because I don't talk very much and they never know what I am thinking." I was able to share my testimony with them and have a few heart-to-heart talks with them. By the end of the weekend, they were sitting by me, hugging me, and wanting me with them most of the time. They told Aaron that I wasn't intimidating anymore, and that I was "way cooler" than him! I am thinking about starting a Bible study for these girls. They like me and respect me, for some odd reason, and I think the Lord has opened that door for me for a reason.
Aaron was able to show some of his talents this weekend by entertaining a little. He organized some really fun games when the rain would not stop outside. (It rained ALL day and night Saturday) Several leaders came up to me and complimented him on his ability to entertain. His experience in youth group came in handy this weekend!
We are very glad to be home now. We went to sleep VERY early last night. This week is extremely busy because Spring Break is next week. I am working on report cards and grades, and we have meetings two nights this week. This week will fly by, and we are so ready for next week!
Monday, March 3, 2008
Asking All to Pray
If you have not already, please check my sister's Caring Bridge site and pray every moment the Lord lays Catherine on your heart.
www.caringbridge.org/visit/catherinehutton
www.caringbridge.org/visit/catherinehutton
Saturday, March 1, 2008
Beautiful Hymns
"From the depths of woe I raise to thee The voice of lamentation; Lord, turn a gracious ear to me And hear my supplication: If thou iniquities does mark, Our secret sins and misdeeds dark, O who shall stand before thee? ...Therefore my trust is in the Lord, And not in mine own merit; On him my soul shall rest, His Word Upholds my fainting spirit: His promised mercy is my fort, My comfort and my sweet support; I wait for it with patience."
"Sweet hour of prayer, sweet hour of prayer, That calls me from a world of care, And bids me at my Father's throne, Make all my wants and wishes known! In seasons of distress and grief, My sould has often found relief, And oft escaped the tempter's snare, By thy return, sweet hour of prayer. Sweet hour of prayer, sweet hour of prayer, Thy wings shall my petition bear To him, whose truth and faithfulness Engage the waiting soul to bless: And since he bids me seek his face, Believe his Word, and trust his grace, I'll cast on him my every care, And wait for thee, sweet hour of prayer."
These quotes are taken from old hymns that have been very dear to my heart. They have reminded me that the God we serve has a perfect plan for our lives that we ourselves cannot understand. Lately, I have been amazed at the comforting peace that comes when we trust in Him. Our sinful nature causes us to doubt, but who can doubt such a powerful and glorious God?
"Sweet hour of prayer, sweet hour of prayer, That calls me from a world of care, And bids me at my Father's throne, Make all my wants and wishes known! In seasons of distress and grief, My sould has often found relief, And oft escaped the tempter's snare, By thy return, sweet hour of prayer. Sweet hour of prayer, sweet hour of prayer, Thy wings shall my petition bear To him, whose truth and faithfulness Engage the waiting soul to bless: And since he bids me seek his face, Believe his Word, and trust his grace, I'll cast on him my every care, And wait for thee, sweet hour of prayer."
These quotes are taken from old hymns that have been very dear to my heart. They have reminded me that the God we serve has a perfect plan for our lives that we ourselves cannot understand. Lately, I have been amazed at the comforting peace that comes when we trust in Him. Our sinful nature causes us to doubt, but who can doubt such a powerful and glorious God?
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